The average train between Manchester and Neath takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Neath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Manchester and Neath. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Neath at 11:43 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Neath station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 3m.
Manchester to Neath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Neath train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Neath station.
Book your Manchester to Neath train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Manchester and Neath is 228.2 km. The road distance is 332 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Neath every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 57m.
